Take a tour around the South and East Cork Bird Trail, which stretches from Rocky Bay in South Cork, to Foxhole in East Cork.

The trail can be enjoyed by everyone, young and old alike; from complete beginners to bird watching enthusiasts, as it takes you on a journey through a region of national and international importance for birds.

Garryvoe

Habitat & SpeciesYou can watch flocks of migrating birds during spring and autumn from the beach and dunes here at Garryvoe. Wheatears and Black Redstarts are often seen at the tideline, with Terns visible offshore.

About the AreaThe ruins of the old parish church stands in the centre of the graveyard with its walls now partly obscured by ivy. Built in late medieval times and claimed to have been in good repair in 1615, the church was in ruins by 1774.

Please see opposite an image of a Sandering, which may be seen here at Garryvoe.

Other Bird Trail Locations Nearby

Ring Strand

Ring Strand and the estuary of the Womanagh River, a Special Protection Area (EU Habitats Directive), is an important winter habitat for wading birds, especially Golden Plover. Rare visitors include White-rumped Sandpiper and Richard’s Pipit.